Barolo Granbussia Riserva Aldo Conterno 1990
Barolo Granbussia Riserva Aldo Conterno 1990 is a dry, full-bodied red from Nebbiolo (Barolo, Italy), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are very firm and acidity very high; oak influence is some. Those scales describe the wine when young; this is a 36-year-old bottle and its tannin and oak will have softened. Good with beef stew, mushroom risotto, steak, lamb.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barolo Riserva Monprivato Ca d`Morissio Mascarello 2012 Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio · Piedmont | £563.00 | |||
| Barolo Granbussia Riserva Aldo Conterno (Damaged Label) 1995 Poderi Aldo Conterno · Piedmont | £285.00 | |||
| Barolo Cerequio Roberto Voerzio 1997 Roberto Voerzio · Piedmont | £273.00 | |||
| Barolo Riserva Runcot Elio Grasso 2010 Elio Grasso · Piedmont | £228.00 |
Aldo Conterno’s Granbussia Barolo 1990 is a remarkable wine from one of Barolo’s most esteemed producers. Crafted from a blend of the finest fruit sourced from the estate’s most expressive vineyards – Romirasco, Cicala, and Colonnello – this wine represents the pinnacle of Aldo Conterno’s legacy. Only produced in exceptional vintages, Granbussia is aged for a minimum of nine years before release, ensuring a wine of great depth and complexity. The 1990 vintage offers a harmonious balance of earthy notes and ripe fruit undertones, with subtle hints of spice and floral nuances. On the palate, it is structured and robust, with pronounced tannins and a long, refined finish, showcasing its potential for further ageing. A true expression of Barolo’s terroir, this is an exceptional wine.